A denture is a removable replacement for missing teeth and surrounding tissues. Two types of dentures are available – complete and partial dentures. Complete dentures are used when all the teeth are gone missing, whereas partial dentures are used when some of the natural teeth remain. A removable partial denture or bridge usually consists of replacement teeth attached to a pink or gum-colored plastic base, which is sometimes connected by a metal framework that holds the denture in place in the mouth. Partial dentures are used when one or more natural teeth remain in the upper or lower jaw.
Dentures are made to closely resemble your natural teeth so there should be only a small noticeable change in appearance. In fact, they may even improve your smile and fill out your facial appearance.
Whether it be partial or full dentures to complete your smile after tooth loss, the truth is that they are not your natural teeth any more and will take some getting used to. Generally, dental professionals are likely to tell you that adjusting to new dentures takes about 30 days, on average. You might not be keen to wait this long, but you need to be careful how quickly you try to get back to normal. The reason for this is that your gums and other soft tissues must adjust to coming in contact with the artificial tooth’s base.
Minor irritation and soreness are common during the first few days, as is excessive saliva flow, a normal reaction to having a “foreign object” in your mouth. The good news is all of these issues should diminish as your mouth gets accustomed to the new teeth. Starting with soft foods like mashed potatoes, pudding can give you a chance to get used to moving your mouth with your new teeth in. Such soft foods won’t put the same pressure on gums that are healing and adjusting to dentures.
Cast Partial Denture is more durable, retentive, and stronger than traditional acrylic dentures. A cast partial denture consists of a metal framework for retention, combined with tissue colored acrylic and replacement teeth. Partial dentures are used when one or more natural teeth remain in the upper or lower jaw.
• Tissue alteration is kept to a minimum.
• Supports the lips and cheeks.
• The occlusal (biting stress) distribution is good.
• The movement of the denture bases massages the underlying bone and soft tissue.
• Compared to a traditional acrylic denture, it requires minimum direct retention.
• Regulates the occlusion.
• Requires less relining or rebasing of the denture.
• Reduces the tipping tension on the teeth.
• Prevents shifting of the teeth.